6.Shift in verb tense.For example, when discussing the plot in film
or literature, maintain present tense.

7.Shallow analysis.Shallow analysis is often a result of using
over generalized statements without adequate evidence to support those
statements.For example, if

you are analyzing the importance of soundtrack to character
development in OBrother, Where Art
Thou?, refer to specific lyrics from a particular song(s) and how those
lyrics connect to the character(s) you are discussing.Also, short, skimpy paragraphs of four or
less sentences may indicate places that call

for more thought or more material.Can you supply them with more evidence, more
explanation, more example and illustration? (Tab 2, 8d)

8.Wordy--try to eliminate unnecessary words or
phrases so that you meaning in this

sentence or paragraph is more clear (Tab
10).

9.Repetitious--this information has already
been stated earlier in your essay.

10.Rephrase this
sentence for clarity--the meaning of your sentence is unclear due to how you
have structured this sentence, ambiguous phrases you have used in this